rewrite the following to be included in a narrative that describes how a general contractor implements and manages safety on a project: I think what you have is fine. However, we do not necessarily track or require all items you’ve mentioned in the narrative. We can discuss further if you’d like. I see that subcontractor approach and pre-construction are addressed in sperate narratives so some of the below items may be touched on there? Anyhow, the below is how I see that we implement and manage our safety program from start to finish. It starts with he trade partner pre-qualification process where their historical safety performance is reviewed. We also ensure that all high hazard activities are captured and addressed in scopes. Contract language in Exhibit L – Statement of Safe Work Practices requires subcontractor agreeance with our safety requirements and responsibilities. Safety is addressed in our Trade Partner Preparatory Meetings – high hazard work requirements and actives are discussed. Site safety orientation prior to trade partners access to site is required. We hold weekly trade partner meetings where safety is on the agenda to discuss upcoming work, any deficiencies found during the week are discussed. The meeting also allows the trade partners to voice any safety concerns they may have. In addition, we conduct weekly site-wide safety meetings that are attended by all onsite. Safety inspections are conducted weekly. Safety observations are daily. Periodic site-wide safety standdowns are conducted as needed.

A general contractor's safety program should include several key components to ensure a safe working environment. These components cover various stages of a project, from pre-qualification to ongoing monitoring and hazard management.

Trade Partner Pre-qualification:

• Subcontractor Selection: Require in bid documents to include subcontractor injury and illness records for the past three years (if available) and copies of their written safety and health program.
• Consider the above information when selecting subcontractors for work. [4]

High Hazard Activity Scopes:

• Initial Safety and Health Hazard Analysis: Conduct a safety and health initial analysis including a review of previous incidents, injuries, and illnesses; complaints; previous studies; etc.
• Require key subcontractors to perform initial analysis as necessary and share pertinent information with the general contractor or other subcontractors. [4] [4]

Subcontractor Safety Agreement (Exhibit L):

• Adherence to Rules: Require subcontractors and their employees to comply with safety and health rules. Inform all subcontractor employees of this requirement before work begins.
• Subcontractor Hazard Correction: Establish a requirement that subcontractors promptly correct hazards involving their work activities. [4] [4]

Pre-Construction Safety Meetings:

• Safety meetings should take place at the beginning of the job. [2]

Site Safety Orientation:

• Inform all subcontractor employees of this requirement before work begins. [4]

Weekly Safety Meetings:

• Good practice: Have weekly meetings because things change fast in construction.
• Set a regular day and time for safety meetings.
• Pick a time that is convenient for meeting members.
• Keep meetings brief - 15 to 30 minutes. [2] [1] [1] [1]

Hazard Communication:

• SDS readily available for each hazardous chemical. [7]

Safety Inspections:

• Periodic site safety inspection program involves supervisors. [3]

Safety Observations:

• Increase employee safety awareness on the job site. [6]

Periodic Safety Stand-Downs:

• Safety committees and safety meetings will help you make continuous improvement to your safety and health programs. [5]